Social Work Courses
SWK 103 (3 Credits) Fall, Spring
Social Work in the Human Services (3+0)
Introduction to the profession of social work and the human services
delivery system. Examines historical development of social work focusing on the
knowledge, values, and skills that characterize the social worker. Orientation
to the context for social work, including the diversity of human needs, human
services, social policy and legislation. Services, programs, and career
opportunities within rural and urban Alaska, as well as nationally, are
discussed.
SWK 225 (2 Credits) As Demand Warrants
Case Management (2+0)
(Same as HMSV 225)
Basic knowledge and skills to develop service plans in human service work
and to maintain appropriate case records. Legal and ethical issues in case
management considered and discussed. (Prerequisite: PSY 101, SOC 101 or
permission of instructor.)
SWK 306 (3 Credits) Fall
Social Welfare: Policies and Issues (3+0)
Social policies and how they effect the delivery of social services.
Factors influencing development of the current social service system. Analysis
of dilemmas which develop in a welfare system attempting to deal with rapid
social change. Alternative approaches to the solution of social problems and
possible future developments. (Prerequisites: SWK 103, SOC 100X, ECON/PS 100X.)
SWK 320 (3 Credits) Spring
Rural Social Work (3+0)
Preparation for practice in rural areas characterized by the need for
multiple delivery systems, unique local customs, and inadequate resources.
Emphasis on preparation for practice nationally with unique features of Alaska
incorporated at key points. (Prerequisites: SWK 103, SOC 100X.)
SWK 342O (3 Credits) Spring
Human Behavior in the Social Environment (3+0)
Theoretical frameworks for organizing knowledge about personality
development and social behavior of individuals. Includes study of the life cycle
and processes that shape individual differences. (Prerequisites: BIOL 103X, SOC
100X, SWK 103, PSY 240, SOC 242, ANTH 242, social work major.)
SWK 360 (3 Credits) Fall
Child Abuse and Neglect (3+0)
Dynamics, implications and treatments of child abuse and neglect for
individuals and families in rural and urban Alaska. (Prerequisite: SWK 103, PSY
240 or permission of instructor.)
SWK 460 (3 Credits) Fall
Social Work Practice I (3+0)
Development of beginning skills in interviewing and helping processes with
individuals, families and groups. Application of intervention strategies and
techniques made to case materials, primarily in family and child welfare
services. Contracting, case management and social brokerage. (Prerequisites: SWK
306, SWK 320, SWK 342, SOC/PSY 473, which can be taken concurrently with SWK
460, social work major, senior standing, concurrent with SWK 461.)
SWK 461 (6 Credits) Fall
Practicum in Social Work I (0+15)
Individual training and practice in a social service agency. Students
complete 200 hours of direct practice in an approved agency under the
supervision of a field instructor. (Prerequisites: SWK 306, SWK 320, SWK 342,
SOC/PSY 473, which can be taken concurrently with SWK 461, social work major,
senior standing, concurrent with SWK 460.)
SWK 463 (3 Credits) Spring
Social Work Practice II (3+0)
Further development of student's knowledge of direct practice with clients
and development of beginning skills in community work including social
planning. Emphasis on aspects of rural practice such as utilization of community
associations and the informal helping network. (Prerequisites: "C"
grade or better in SWK 460 and SWK 461, social work major, senior standing,
concurrent with SWK 464.)
SWK 464 (6 Credits) Spring
Practicum in Social Work II (0+15)
Continuation of SWK 461; further direct practice experience in an agency.
Students complete 200 hours of practice in an approved agency under the
supervision of a field instructor. (Prerequisites: "C" grade or better
in SWK 460 and SWK 461, social work major, senior standing, concurrent with SWK
463.)
SWK 484 (3 Credits) As Demand Warrants
Seminar in Social Work Practice Areas (3+0)
Covers problem areas in social work. Problem areas vary in different
semesters, content announced in class schedule prior to each semester. Course
may be repeated for credit when topic varies. (Prerequisites: SWK 103, junior
or senior standing or permission of instructor.)